SCC responds to latest employment data from the ONS

16th June 2020

On the publication by the ONS of UK Labour Market statistics in the three months to April 2020, Dr Liz Cameron, Chief Executive of the Scottish Chambers of Commerce said: “These unemployment figures are concerning but they only hint at the scale of the challenge that lies ahead. Protecting jobs must be a top priority. We continue […]

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Scottish Chambers of Commerce responds to April UK GDP stats and Scottish Government funding announcements

12th June 2020

Commenting on UK GDP statistics for April 2020, published today (12 June) by the ONS and funding announcements from the Scottish Government, Dr Liz Cameron, Chief Executive of the Scottish Chambers of Commerce said: On the ONS stats “The longer businesses in Scotland have to wait to open their doors and begin to trade, the […]

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Dava Dawn Consultancy – Free ‘Recovery Roadmap Consultation’

12th June 2020

Local Health, Safety & Environmental Consultancy offer business owners FREE ‘Recovery Roadmap Consultation’ to support the health and wellbeing of staff ahead of embracing the new normal. Sharon Wooller is the Director of Dava Dawn Consultancy which specialises in Health, Safety & Environmental projects.   With over 20 years’ experience working with businesses of all sizes […]

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Business Groups Call for UK Government to Re-establish Air Connectivity

11th June 2020

The Scottish Chambers of Commerce has joined forces with over 20 UK organisations including Tourism Alliance, UK Hospitality and Universities UK calling for the UK Government to set out as soon as possible an integrated cross-Government plan to open up the UK to our trading partners. The attached letter calls for the following: A framework […]

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Scottish Chambers of Commerce respond to measures announced for tourism industry in Scotland

10th June 2020

On the announcement made today by the Cabinet Secretary for Tourism Fergus Ewing MSP, that from 15 July, Scottish tourism businesses may be able to resume operations, Dr Liz Cameron, Chief Executive of the Scottish Chambers of Commerce said: “This will be welcome news for so many who are reliant on hospitality and tourism for […]

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COVID-19 business recovery funding now available from Caithness Business Fund

5th June 2020

The Caithness Business Fund is pleased to announce that, thanks to a generous contribution of £100,000 from Dounreay Site Restoration Ltd (DSRL), it will be running a series of application rounds designed to support local businesses in their recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic. This support will be provided in the form of grants ranging from […]

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Scottish Chambers of Commerce respond to the Chancellor’s announcement on changes to the furlough scheme

29th May 2020

Responding to the UK Chancellor Rishi Sunak MPs’ announcement today (29th of May) detailing changes to the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme, Dr Liz Cameron, Chief Executive of the Scottish Chambers of Commerce said: “Businesses are mindful that the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme has cost billions and the pot of money to support employers and the economy is not […]

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Welcoming new members to the Chamber group! May 2020

29th May 2020

It’s been another strange month, not just for us but for all our members and businesses nationwide. We continue to do our very best for our members as things progress in these unprecedented times and are thrilled to welcome two new members to our member group this month. Caithness Citizens Advice Bureau offers free impartial […]

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Scottish Chambers of Commerce respond to easing of lockdown measures in Scotland

28th May 2020

Responding to the First Minster’s announcement at the Scottish Government daily briefing today that from this Friday (29th of May) Scotland will be easing some lockdown measures and moving to Phase 1 of the Scottish Government’s route map for moving out of lockdown, Dr Liz Cameron, Chief Executive of the Scottish Chambers of Commerce said: “Entering […]

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Cavendish Nuclear – Virtual learning during lockdown

27th May 2020

As part of Mental Health Awareness week, Cavendish Nuclear have been reflecting on some of the resources and support they have put in place to support their people during these extraordinary times and to reinforce their care, connect, trust culture. One example of this is the launch of a new series of short bite-size virtual […]

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